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Big Ditch Brewing Company Kitchen Manager in Lockport, New York
Buffalo, NY. Big Ditch Brewing Company. Kitchen Manager. FT. Benefits. $60,000- $68,000/Year.
In this job you will work with the Tap Room General Manager and management staff overseeing the operations of the kitchen. Responsibilities include but are not limited to managing kitchen staff and ensuring prepared food meets quality standards.
Duties: Manage kitchen staff, including providing necessary direction and training; Assist with the preparation and design of food and drink menus that meet both quality standards and cost/pricing targets; Make sure that all plates that leave the kitchen meet taste and design standards; Ensure that the kitchen operates efficiently, effectively, and professionally, in accordance with our high-quality standards; Schedule employees to ensure that the kitchen is adequately staffed at all necessary times; Take control to quickly resolve any issues or problems that arise in the kitchen; Maintain kitchen inventory and order supplies; Confirm compliance with all sanitation and health and safety standards; Participate in management meetings and perform other duties as assigned.
Qualifications: Knowledge of food preparation and existing health and safety standards; Ability to effectively manage, direct, and lead a large team; Strong communication abilities, with employees, vendors and customers; Problem solving capabilities and willingness to thrive in a fast-paced and sometimes high-pressure environment; Collaborative attitude with an emphasis on excellent customer service; Time management strengths with the ability to multi-task; Minimum of a high school diploma. Candidates with culinary degrees will be given preference; 2+ years of experience as a kitchen manager in a high volume, full service restaurant; Solid understanding of cooking methods, ingredients, kitchen equipment, and related processes; Proven track record of effectively leading and managing others; Familiarity with best practices in the industry.
This position will offer competitive base salary, benefits, and paid time off.
To apply by email: Chelsie.zamniak@bigditchbrewing.com OR apply in person: 55 Huron St. Buffalo NY